DPS Education Foundation Turkey Trot 2026

• Time to break out the turkey costumes and strap on your running shoes!

• The Danville Public Schools Education Foundation, in partnership with the Danville Otterbots and the Danville Running & Fitness Club, is having its sixth Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and Children's Fun Run on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26th! The event will start and end at American Legion Field, the home of the Danville Otterbots.

• All proceeds go toward programs, initiatives, and scholarships for DPS students and teachers.

• Times: Children's Fun Run - 8:30am; 5K Run/Walk - 9:00am

• Course: The entire race will be along the beautiful Dan River on the Riverwalk Trail.

• Entry Fee: Children's Fun Run (12 and under) - $0 (as long as an adult is registered for the 5K Run/Walk).

5K Run/Walk - $35 to pre-register, $40 on race day. All area students 17 and under ($25, $30 on race day)

• Packet pick-up: Available on race day beginning at 7:00am

• Race Day Registration: Registration will begin at 7:00am on Thursday. Cash and check ONLY for race day registration. Checks should be made payable to Danville Public Schools Education Foundation.

• What's included: All race registrants registered by 11/13/26 will receive a long-sleeve performance shirt. If you register after 11/13/2026, shirts will be subject to availability.

• Trophies and medals will be awarded.

• 5k run and walk categories: 0-14, 15-19, every 10 years up to 69, 70 and over.

• Let's burn some calories before the big meal!

Community event in Danville, Danville city County, VA 24540.